The New Mexico state flag was designed by archaeologist
Dr. Harry Mera in response to a flag contest sponsored by
the Daughters of the American Revolution in 1923. It is a
simple design of the Zia Indian's sun symbol in red on a
yellow field. The Zia sun symbol reflects the Zia philosophy
of the basic harmony of the universe; all centering on the
sacred number four. Four represents many things including
the four seasons, the four directions of the Earth, and the
four stages of life (childhood, youth, adulthood and old
age).

Annin state flags are made from 100% SolarMax nylon. This
material, developed especially for the flag industry, is
engineered to resist damage from the sun's UV rays.